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5 out of 5
Rumours Luxury Villas & Spa
Main Rd, Muri Beach, Rarotonga

Reviews

9.6

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 30 out of 35 reviews" "
Rating 8 - Good. 3 out of 35 reviews" "
Rating 6 - Okay. 2 out of 35 reviews" "
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 35 reviews" "
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 35 reviews" "

9.6/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Staff & service

8.8/10

Amenities

9.6/10

Property conditions & facilities

9.0/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Yvonne

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Beautiful facilities and close to Muri beach. Staff very friendly. Stunning outlook but quite windy although very warm. The pool and spa in a quiet and sheltered location. Would definitely return.
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2023
Response from Rumours on Oct 31, 2023
Thank you for staying,We look forward to having you again in the future!

10/10 Excellent

Lucille

Traveled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The villas were lovely and right on the beach and the staff were fantastic! Would absolutely stay again!
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2023
Response from Rumours Team on Aug 9, 2023
Thank you Lucille. It was lovely to have you stay at Rumours. We are so glad you enjoyed your time here and hope to see you again one day!

8/10 Good

Brooke Sean Cunliffe, Mastarton

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Property itself is great, but the breakfast options were pretty damn poor. When paying big $ for a villa, then breakfast options should match. But 2 slices of toast, packet of muesli and a couple of eggs, is piss pour tbh. Beach in front was average, not really a good seimming beach
Stayed 4 nights in Jan 2023

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 5 nights in Oct 2019

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Private beach access, own pool and spa were fantastic. Lovely and quiet, extremely comfortable and beautiful view. We didn't want to leave.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2019

6/10 Okay

Verified traveler

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Disliked: Property conditions & facilities
Our unit was in need of maintance The position of the beach side u it meant in July it got no sun at all all day
Stayed 6 nights in Jul 2019

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

Stayed 6 nights in May 2019
Response from Belinda on Jul 24, 2019
many thanks for your 5 out of 5 review

6/10 Okay

Rick, California

Traveled with family
Liked: Staff & service
Disliked: Cleanliness
I hated the musty smell from the rock wall with mold. I complained and they said they would take care of it. I don’t know what they did or if they did anything because the odor remained. I kept the A/C and fans on with the windows open. That made the odor tolerable until the neighbor started burning yard clippings. Just another odor I don’t care for. The staff, linens, bed, and shower were all comfortable but the mold was unforgivable. I don’t drink and I don’t normally get headaches. I woke up every morning with a headache
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2019

10/10 Excellent

Graeme

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
December 2018 stay
Quite frankly, Rumours is fantastic. Of course they have the bonus of being right on the beach at Muri but wow, do they excel everywhere else too! We were picked up from the airport and on the way to our villa, Andrew gave us the low down on what to expect, where to eat and other vital information. He was so accurate with his descriptions too. If he recommends somewhere to eat, it'll be good! We completed our check-in in Spa Villa 6 itself and it was the most relaxed check-in experience I've ever had. Light hearted and fun but very informative. The only distraction was the view. Talk about a wow factor when you walk in to the villa and see that for the first time. It doesn't tire seeing it each morning either. The villa is a lot bigger than we expected and extremely well maintained and cleaned to an incredibly high standard. We weren't expecting a four poster bed, let alone 2. There's a great well stocked kitchen with a full sized fridge. We had a big bathroom (there's another upstairs with a laundry in it) with his and hers sinks, towels provided for both indoor and outdoor use and changed as often as needed. A deep plunge pool one side and the lagoon on the other. Kayaks and snorkelling equipment provided. A large deck for sunbathing and relaxing and even a hot tub. Andrew and Belinda are brilliant hosts – visit them at Rumours and they'll certainly take care of you!
Stayed 5 nights in Dec 2018

10/10 Excellent

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Stayed 5 nights in Nov 2018

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Treat it as a luxury motel. It is not a hotel.
Excellent. 5+ This was what we wanted even if rained out as we had taken reading material(although they have their own). They rectified an unread email, promptly or else we would have had hiccups. Suggestions for those that follow: 1) Consider flight times relative to Villa availability (2pm). At moment flight in from LA arrives at 6am odd. We paid extra to rent a day room and this recommended. In fact we moved right in, which of course was even better but given popularity this can not be guaranteed. 2) Use their pick up and drop off if jet lagged. You can rent a car in Muri Beach which is 15-20min walk for middle of stay. 3)Order the self catering breakfast the day before and have breakfast at dawn so you can get out to lagoon early if tide in 4)Order the lunch pallet day you arrive and store food in fridge if you do not need to eat it all that day 5)Rent a compact car if it might rain. Do the island on a rainy day. The 3 museums we did were worth seeing but only one (at Muri Beach) is up to modern standards. Remember most of island culture artefacts got exported to Europe by missionaries etc. The corner shops are open 7am to about 6pm. The food range on offer there is limited (4 sort of decent food shops on whole island, mainly imported NZ basics, and of course fresh topical fruit but Rarotonga bananas for example are not your supermarket size). Oranges might not look like much but taste excellent- much better than the Raro juice of 40 years ago in NZ.
Stayed 5 nights in Aug 2018

8/10 Good

Verified traveler

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Nice Hotel close to the beach
A nice hotel in a good location . Go for a room with a full sea view, as ours had a partial view - which we knew - however we should not of compromised. The hotel location is on the east side of the island and the wind was rather persistent so unfortunately the beach had limited use.
Stayed 8 nights in Jul 2018
Response from Rumours on Jul 25, 2018
Metaki Ma'ata Guys. Looking forward to seeing you again, this time in our Beachfront Villa. Andrew & Belinda

10/10 Excellent

JC, Bay Area, CA

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stunning, private retreat
This property is truly exceptional. Each room has a private entrance and pool with a cascading waterfall. The beach is pure white sand and the lagoon is a stunning aqua-marine blue. Views are breathtaking. Belinda and Andrew went out of their way to accommodate us during our stay. The resort is a once in a lifetime destination. Highly recommend.
Stayed 5 nights in Jun 2018
Response from RLVS on Jul 11, 2018
Thanks for your kind words. Hopefully we will see you again - as it should be experienced more than once in your life time : ) Andrew & Belinda

10/10 Excellent

Geoff, Victoria

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Great location of famous Muri Lagoon
We found that our stay on Rarotonga in the Cook Isles was a perfect location for our relatively short stay of nine days. The locals are so "laid back" and friendly. Our fellow tourists were mainly enjoying their stay as we were. No doubt, we will one day return and again enjoy the experience.
Stayed 9 nights in Jun 2018
Response from RLVS on Jul 11, 2018
Meitaki Ma'ata Geoff Nice guests always make it easy for us. It was a real pleasure meeting you and look forward to your return. Andrew & Belinda and the rest of the team at Rumours Luxury Villas & Spa

10/10 Excellent

Mario, Texas

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Everything about our stay at Rumors was excellent. We were blown away by the villa and we can't say enough positive things about the staff. They were very attentive and went above and beyond if we had any questions or needed assistance. We can't wait to go back and if you are look for a great place on the beach in Rarotonga, with everything you could need and a staff that is like family, Rumors is definitely the place. Thanks Rumors for making our stay fantastic!
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2018
Response from RLVS on Jul 11, 2018
Meitaki Mario You are most welcome and we look forward to meeting again. Andrew & Belinda and of course our fabulous team

10/10 Excellent

Shelley, Palmerston North NZ

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Fantastic Experience
We stayed here for our Honeymoon. Belinda, Andrew & their staff were absolutely fantastic. We felt they went above and beyond to make our stay comfortable. They organised a rental car & sightseeing for us. Transfers included, even though we arrived in the middle of the night & completed check in, in the car on the way. The Villa was fantastic, clean & well maintained. The views were also fantastic. We loved that it was beachfront, but high enough up that it was very private. Breakfast was delivered daily (we chose the self cook option) and the food was fresh & delicious.
Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2018
Response from Belinda on Apr 10, 2018
Thank you Shelley for taking the time to write this glowing review on Rumours Luxury Villas and Spa. We're so happy you enjoyed EVERYTHING about your stay here with us. We look forward to the day of hopefully being able to welcome you back to our island paradise. Our best and most sincere wishes Belinda, Andrew and the team x

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stunning Villa and Resort
Beautiful Resort with excellent customer service. Owners Belinda and Andrew are amazing and make you feel very welcome. Each villa is equipped with everything you need. Very, very clean, spacious and very luxurious. Highly recommend, you will not be disappointed.
Stayed 6 nights in Feb 2018
Response from Andrew & Belinda on Apr 3, 2018
Thank you for your kind words Andrew

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Amazing!
We spent 4 nights at Rumours in September 2017. Belinda and Andrew were wonderful hosts and so helpful. We stayed in Villa 1, and although you could not see the beach from our room, that didn't spoil our enjoyment at all. The 2-bed Villa was very spacious and immaculately furnished. As other reviewers have noted, the beach is a little rocky, and not easy to swim right off the shore from the Villa. However, we knew this before we booked. I would not hesitate in recommending Rumours for anyone wanting a luxury, and very private 2-bed location in Rarotonga.
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2017
Response from Belinda on Sep 16, 2017
Kia Orana and thank you for taking the time to write such a wonderful review of Rumours Luxury Villas and Spa. Villa 1 being our lead in Beachside Villa is as you found; a very beautiful and private oasis. We're so pleased you enjoyed your stay and look forward to welcoming you back to our island paradise one day. Best wishes Belinda, Andrew and the entire team here at Rumours

10/10 Excellent

Old Dave, Toronto

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Luxury with superb personalized attention
Probably the most luxurious villas on the island right on the beach. Fully equipped with everything from kayaks to espresso maker. Complimentary sparkling wine and beer in the fridge and more snacks than I could consume on my stay. What really made Rumours special was the personalized attention from management and staff from the time I made my reservation until the end of my stay. It felt like I was staying with friends, only possible at a place with few units. It is not just that they know your name - they each tell you theirs. As a first time visitor at peak season it was particularly helpful that they proactively reached out after I reserved to suggest and advise on booking activities which were fully sold out by the time I arrived. Just a fabulous few days - best ever.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2017
Response from Andrew & Belinda on Jul 1, 2017
Kia Orana 'Old' Dave thank you so much for taking the time to write such a glowing review; so happy you enjoyed everything about your holiday here with us at Rumours Luxury Villas and Spa - I know our staff thoroughly enjoyed taking care of you and we all look forward to the day you get to return to our Island Paradise. Best Wishes

8/10 Good

Verified traveler

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10/10 Excellent

Rob, Tapitallee, Australia

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Walk out from villa straight onto a beach!
Villas clean, VERY private, private pool, right on the beach, excellent staff. Awesome.

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
We enjoyed our stay at Rumours immensely. Our Villa was great and the staff was even better.
Response from Belinda and Andrew on Feb 13, 2017
Thanks for your kind words. The staff work extremely hard to ensure your holiday is everything you dreamed it would be and it is so nice that people recognise them - I will pass on your kind words it means a lot to them and us. We look forward to the next time we meet.

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Fabulous property, will be returning!!
Can't bet Raro and we have now found the perfect place to stay! Belinda and Andrew were the best hosts and the Villas are stunning!!
Response from Andrew & Belinda on May 11, 2016
Thanks Guys. You really cannot beet Raro for a relaxed and safe holiday. So glad you found us and Both Belinda & I look forward to catching up with you next time you visit

10/10 Excellent

Estelle , Rushworth. vic. Australia.

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Room was amazing. Fantastic location
We found the resort fantastic. Great location, breakfast was beautiful, you have to try the smoothy. .. Yum yum. We loved the supplied kyayk. After our beautiful breakfast, we paddeled out to the coral and snorkeled looking at the fish and coral in the crystal clear water. Our long lunch was a leasurly strole up the beach to Nautalus who supplied a fantastic range of gluten and dairy free food, all of which was absolutely beautiful. The afternoon was a nap, a movie from the huge range supplied at rumours or another swim( beach, pool or spa). Dinner was again a strole up the beach to Nautalus and home by torch to spot the breach critters. Cooking was available in the well supplied kitchen, but why cook when your on holidays. Rumours staff was fantastic. Totally relaxing and a great getaway.
Response from Belle on Sep 16, 2015
thanks for your lovely response Estelle xx

10/10 Excellent

Gd

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Awesome
Stayed in the 2 bedroom villa. It was huge. Freshly renovated. Super clean. Well stocked. Good times. Bloody expensive, but worth it for since in a lifetime trip.

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Fantastic private luxurious self contained villa
Right on the lagoon, kayaks available, private pool, wonderful breakfast/brunch delivered to self book. Fantastic staff, just an overall fantastic experience. Loads of movies available to watch, books to read, great weather, friendly culture.

10/10 Excellent

Jana, Melbourne

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Amazing villas
A home away from home, with all creature comforts but also sophisticated design and beautiful scenery. The private pool was gorgeous, very private setting and the staff and service couldn't be faulted.

10/10 Excellent

Poppy, Auckland, New Zealand

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Lovely getaway location
Rumours Resort and Spa was an excellent place to stay for a little getaway. Everything that you could possibly need was provided. Lovely people with excellent facilities and beautiful villas in the best location in Rarotonga, the beautiful Muri Beach. Breakfast was delivered to our villa daily with amazing fresh eggs and bacon (self cook options) and delicious fruit smoothies. Although we struck the worst weather Rarotonga had had in 40 years (!) we still enjoyed our time at Rumours, and will need to go back to make the most of the beautiful lagoon next time.

10/10 Excellent

Kristin, Dallas, TX

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Wonderful one week stay!
We just returned from a week stay at Rumours in Rarotonga. We stayed in one of the two villas next to the Spa. The other 5 or so villas are just down the main road a short walk. Our villa was a two story, with a king size master bed upstairs and downstairs. There was a beautiful water feature downstairs, in the villa! The outdoor pool is situated at the front of the villa, with the ocean view and deck to the rear of villa. The villa was perfectly appointed, including a kitchen with most everything you need to prepare simple meals, a TV downstairs with hundreds of movies available (for a rainy day), and a hot tub on the rear deck area. We spent several evenings in the hot tub looking out to the ocean. It was just gorgeous. The little town of Muri Beach was about a 20 minute walk from our villa, which had several wonderful little restaurants to pick from. If you are looking for a quiet/romantic villa, this is a perfect property for you. Most of our stay, we didn't even have neighbors, so we truly had a huge area of beach all to ourselves. The beach is beautiful and we would often walk up and down in the evenings. One of my favorite parts were all the island dogs that run around freely. They were very friendly, fat, polite and happy dogs. The staff was top-notched - we felt pampered and taken care of our entire stay. We will repeat our stay at Rumours when we visit Rarotonga again!

10/10 Excellent

Isabella, Australia - VIC - Melbourne

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Great hospitality from hotel management

10/10 Excellent

Sue, New Zealand - Wellington

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Can't wait to stay there again soon

10/10 Excellent

Nicholas, New Zealand - Auckland

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Facilities: Top of the line; Value: Fair price; Cleanliness: Spotless; The beachside villa has it's own access to the beach and we found it great, didn't matter that we weren't beachfront.

10/10 Excellent

Marie Louise, Besumont de Pertuis

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Prachtige villa direkt aan zee !
Super luxe villa echt direkt aan zee, kan niet dichterbij. De gastvrouw en gastheer zijn super aardig , je voelt je welkom. Villa heeft alle luxe die je wilt, prive zwembad, jacuzzi, keuken en zelfs afwas + wasmachine ! Helaas geen wifi, maar in zo n paradijs moet je dat ook helemaal niet willen Aanrader op het paradijs Rarotonga
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2019

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

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Traumanlage auf einer Trauminsel im Südpazifc
Herzlicher Empfang durch Bellinda und Andrew, große Villa, alles was man für Selbstversorgung braucht. Leider hat das Wetter (starker Wind) nicht mitgespielt, aber dafür konnte die Villa und das Jacuzzi mehr genutzt werden. Einziger Vermuthstropfen, der Pool ist mit Frischwasser gefüllt = saukalt.
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2017

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

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ムリビーチが目の前のラグジュアリーなホテル
清潔なロッジや美しいターコイズブルーの海はもちろんですが、私たちがラロトンガ島を楽しめるように、オーナーがきめ細かなサポートをしてくれました。オプショナルツアーの予約をしてくれたり、オススメの店など詳しく教えてくれたりと至れり尽くせりでした。新婚旅行で利用しましたが、思い出に残る素晴らしい時間を過ごせました。またいつか来たいです。